Maintenance Supervisor

Job Title

Maintenance Supervisor

Reports to

Assistant Terminal Manager

Location

Houston, TX

OUR COMPANY:

JST Global, LLC, is a joint venture formed in 2020 between Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc, and Jacob Stern & Sons. At JST Global, LLC we are steadfast in our commitment to our employees and their families. As the largest US distributor of tallow, we are proud to serve the worldwide fats and oils market. This includes supporting the rapidly developing field of renewable fuels.

JST Global, LLC, has industry expertise to market and transport fat and oil products virtually anywhere in the world with offices and processing operations located in Houston, Texas; Omaha, Nebraska; and Dakota City, Nebraska.

We are a company with a 160+ year heritage and we are just getting started!

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Assistant Terminal Manager, the Maintenance Supervisor will lead maintenance activities to ensure maximum uptime and productivity. This is a hands-on position with direct reports including maintenance personnel who are members of the collective bargaining unit in Houston.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meet internal customer requirements to ensure we maintain operational capabilities for 24/7 operations.
• Monitor, maintain and manage the preventative maintenance plan to improve operational capability of all equipment.
• Prepare daily/weekly maintenance schedules and allocate staff support to each task.
• Work with outside vendors and contractors to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure proper recordkeeping of repairs and maintenance, while maintaining inventory, equipment, and all related records and reports.
• Inspect facilities and determine potential issues and the maintenance required.
• Repair and/or replace broken or non-functioning equipment through analysis of problems and determining what materials/parts are needed.
• Facilitate effective communication between senior management and maintenance staff. Ensure the maintenance team is properly staffed, qualified and trained to meet production needs.
• Assist in preparing and adhering to the maintenance budget and capital projects.
• Available as needed 24/7 for emergency situations.
• Collaborate with the Safety Specialist to ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations. Conduct safety inspections as scheduled.
• Promotes terminal cleanliness.

Skills and Qualifications Required for Success:

• Minimum 5-7 years management experience in industrial maintenance, refineries, terminal sites, or manufacturing.
• Technical School with focus in a related field preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.
• Project management knowledge.
• Knowledge of and understanding of boiler systems, air compressor systems, pumps, PLCs, 4-20 mA systems, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems.
• Centrifugal and Positive Displacement pump knowledge preferred.
• Ability to use hand/power tools.
• Position requires strong observation, analytical and evaluating skills.
• Ability to operate forklift, carry deck crane, man lift and other light industrial equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents (regulations, policies, reports, bids, etc.), blueprints, P&IDs, PFDs, and other drawings.
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information and communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of pertinent laws and regulations.
• Ability to work closely with a diverse group of individuals and maintain effective working relationships with staff and customers.